Kenya’s President Uhuru Kenyatta has officially endorsed opposition leader Raila Odinga to succeed him in the presidential elections set for 9 August. President Kenyatta urged his supporters to back Mr Odinga’s bid saying that he had the best interests of the country at heart. He said Mr Odinga understood where the country was heading, and […]
Russian forces have launched a major military assault on Ukraine, with reports of explosions near major cities across the country. In a pre-dawn TV statement Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia did not plan to occupy Ukraine, but said Moscow’s response would be “instant” if anyone tried to stop this. Shortly afterwards, attacks were reported […]
By CLOZZEN BIKALE National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA) in Solwezi has said as untrue the statement by Stone King Company Manager Gregory Tembo of delayed pay for over forty workers. This comes after the manager said the workers were engaged to refurbish NAPSA building in Solwezi and payment was delayed three by NAPSA. And NAPSA Head […]
By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Nchanga Member of Parliament Derrick Chilundika has officially handed over football kits to all the schools in his constituency. Speaking during the hand over ceremony held at Kabundi Secondary School, Mr Chilundika said Chingola district has produced a good number of powerful footballers hence the donation to revamp sports in schools. Among […]
President Vladimir Putin has insisted that Russia’s interests and security are non-negotiable, amid reports of more Russian troops moving closer towards Ukraine’s borders. Mr Putin gave a video address, hours after US President Joe Biden warned of “the beginning of a Russian invasion”. Russia was always “open for direct and honest dialogue”, Mr Putin said, […]
By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Minister of Labour and Social Security Brenda Tambatamba has implored Zambia National Building Society (ZNBS) to come up with mechanism to give mortgages to workers in civil service, private sector and the informal sector. Speaking during a courtesy call paid on her by ZNBS, Managing Director, Mildred Mutesa, in her office, Ms […]
Former State House Spokesperson, Amos Chanda and two others have asked the Magistrates Court to acquit them because the state has not provided evidence for them o be placed on their defence. This is in a matter in which Mr Chanda is charged with the offence of using insulting language. In this matter, Mr Chanda […]
By MAIMBO MWEEMBA Youth, Sport and Arts Minister Elvis Nkandu says Government has set aside about 5-million Kwacha for the purchase of timber as part of the youth empowerment programs. Mr Nkandu said that Ministry will secure timber stocks from Zambia Forestry and Forest Industries Corporation (ZAFFICO) and disburse to youth cooperatives across the country […]
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has handed over to the Government more than 65.3 million kwacha and 57,000 United States Dollars proceeds of crime forfeited to the state from Faith Musonda. ACC Acting Director General Silumesi Muchula says the house where the money was found will also be handed over in due course. Secretary to the […]
By IREEN MULENGA The opposition Patriotic Front (PF) Kanchibiya constituency Lawmaker Sunday Chanda has called for more concerted efforts from well-wishers to come on board in order to give aid to the flood victims in the district. Mr Chanda said that the heavy downpour that the country has experienced has left a lot of people […]
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